Abstract: A convertible furniture assembly having a bed frame pivotally coupled to a frame assembly. The bed frame is pivotally moveable between an upright position and a lowered position. A counterbalance member is coupled to the bed frame and adapted for counterbalancing the bed frame during movement, thereby minimizing the size of a corresponding torsion system. The present invention further includes a hinge assembly capable of providing a spacing distance between the bed frame and a lower platform.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a table structure that can be converted into bed or table according to user's needs. Wherein a base frame of the present invention is respectively provided with a bed having two L-shape side frames and a table having two side shelves. The two side shelves of the table are connected to the base frame through spiral arms, by virtue of the pivotal connection between the L-shape side frames and the side shelves, the bed can be positioned respectively in a horizontal manner or in a vertical manner. Through the spiral arms, the table can be lowered down or raised up relative to the bed, such that the device of the present invention can be converted into a bed or a table as desired.

Abstract: A sub-assembly for a multiple bed unit having an elongate bed rail and a bed end including a pair of spaced, substantially vertical posts affixed to a side of the bed rail. Each of the posts includes a rail connector for receiving a rail of another bed. A multiple bed unit includes a first bed having a pair of bed ends, a side rail and a sub-assembly connected between and supported by the bed ends, and a second bed having a bed end and at least one side rail connected between the bed end of the second bed and the bed end of the sub-assembly of the first bed.

Abstract: A bassinet support unit receives a tub-shaped bassinet. C-shaped hook elements mounted on the respective ends the bassinet are each configured to receive a corresponding elongate support rod that extends across a respective end of the bassinet support unit. The selected C-shaped hook element receives the corresponding support rod and thus inclines the bassinet with respect to a flat substantially horizontal planar top piece of the bassinet support unit. When an at least partially upward force is applied to the bassinet a lower end portion of the C-shaped hook element then receives a part of the support rod. The lower end portion then prevents upward movement of the bassinet and/or limits rotative movement of the bassinet about a longitudinal axis thereof. In some embodiments a pair of J-shaped hook element having openings facing each other can be utilized.

Abstract: A physical therapy chair-bed is a patient bed consisting of three parts, the first, the second and the third parts. The first can also be used as backrest of a physical therapy chair with its flanking parts arranged as armrests. The second part can also form a seat. The third part can be kept inside a case underneath the first and the second parts. All the other components are kept inside the case. There are wheels and wheel-locks mounted under the case at each corner. The chair-bed is equipped with a foot-leg exercise set having a footwear set to help the seat occupant exercise his feet and legs in a bicycling manner. The armrests can move to have the patient's arms exercise. Rack guards and footrests are provided. The chair-bed can be mechanically or electrically and electronically controlled where a remote control may be applied.

Abstract: A versatile furniture unit that is easily changed, or modified to meet different living settings. The furniture unit is constructed as a frame that can be hung from the joists or rafters in a loft ceiling. The frame comprises various furniture elements that can be added on, folded up, or folded down to provide a different living appearance depending on the time of day. The furniture unit easily converts from a living room or playroom setting during the day to a bedroom setting for nighttime.

Abstract: The present invention provides and article of furniture which is convertible into each a crib, a toddler bed, and an adult bed comprising generally of a rear frame, a left side frame, a right side frame, and a front frame. Each frame includes support portions which extend to a support surface and provide structural support. The support portions between the front framer and the side frame can be in abutment such that a dual-leg support arrangement is achieved. Moreover, the front frame is used for both the crib and adult bed arrangements without the need for additional support components to form toddler bed. Similarly, the side frames are used in both the crib and toddler bed arrangements without the need for additional support components to form the adult bed.

Abstract: A chair and bed combination in the cab of a vehicle, which chair comprises a seat part and a backrest which are pivotably connected to each other about a first substantially horizontal axis between the lowered sleeping position and a position in which it is folded up against a wall, and a first frame which is arranged in the vehicle cab and on which the chair rests. When the chair is in the folded-down position, the first frame and the chair are arranged under the bed when the bed is lowered into a substantially horizontal sleeping position.

Abstract: The present invention provides and article of furniture which is convertible into each of a crib, a toddler bed, and an adult bed comprising generally of a rear frame, a left side frame, a right side frame, and a front frame. Each frame includes support portions which extend to a support surface and provide structural support. The support portions between the front frame and the side frame can be in abutment such that a dual-leg support arrangement is achieved. Moreover, the front frame is used for both the crib and adult bed arrangements without the need for additional support components to form toddler bed. Similarly, the side frames are used in both the crib and toddler bed arrangements without the need for additional support components to form the adult bed.

Abstract: A double bunk bed is convertible into a single bed or a settee by removing the upper base and mattress, placing it on the lower one and then lowering the end members to serve as arm rests or as head- and foot-boards for the single bed. The end members are of inverted U-shape and their arms are telescopically received in legs at the four corners of the lower base/mattress component.

Abstract: A seat extension and/or a back support are provided for an examination table which allows a examiner to be seated fully on the examination table and in one embodiment to lean across the patient without the examiner having to contact the patient.

Abstract: A folding bed includes a support frame with a bed having a frame. A linkage connects the bed frame to the support frame and enables folding of the bed frame between a substantially horizontal position and a substantially vertical position. A selectively foldable seat mounts to an underside of the bed frame and has a linkage and folding legs actuatable independently of the bed's folding linkage.

Abstract: A protective bed includes a shield comprising bullet-proof and impact resistance material that surrounds a metal frame. The shield operably separates to provide access to an interior sleeping area. Quick access doors are located on either side of the bed. A ventilation system provides for climate control as well as filtering harmful substances from the air. A rebreather scrubs carbon dioxide from air within the unit to allow a user to close the unit to outside air.

Abstract: A combination bed and desk frame includes an extended height headboard and footboard connected at the top of the footboard by two spaced sideboards. Cross members are fastened between the headboard corner posts and footboard corner posts near their bottoms. A lower pair of bed rails are fastened between the cross members for supporting a commercially available household door, forming a desk top. A horizontally disposed shelf is provided at the top of the headboard for supporting a lamp or other articles. A horizontally disposed dressing bench is provided on the footboard. The bed/desk frame can be adapted to accommodate commercially available mattresses and box springs of various widths.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for sleeping or relaxing employing a hollow foundation interposed between a bedframe and a mattress, with the foundation adapted for the storage of objects by including at least one storage drawer that extends from a frame of the foundation to its interior, the frame having opposed elongated sides and the storage drawer extends into the foundation from one of its elongated sides and from the opposite one of the elongated sides so that a plurality of storage drawers can occupy substantially the entire interior of the foundation.

Abstract: Convertible furniture unit has a base and a bed platform connected to the base for displacement about a first axis from a stowed position to a use position. The platform is adapted to support a mattress. A table panel is pivotally mounted to the platform for displacement about a second axis between a support and a use position. An extension is pivotally connected to the table panel for rotation of the extension between an upper position for propping the panel in its working position, and a lower position. The extension pivots on a spreader fixed to the base. The spreader also contains a spring and optional linear actuator for controlling displacement of the platform.

Abstract: A stand can support a conventional four-posted bed at an elevation substantially higher than floor level and provides open access to the greatly increased space beneath the bed. From above, the stand has a straight-sided-U shape with a leg at each corner. Two legs at the head and at the foot of the bed are connected by cross braces such that the stand has two opposing H-shaped end units. A a single longitudinal horizontally disposed truss extending along one side of the bed rigidly and strongly connects the end units.

Abstract: Modular airplane shaped bedroom furniture provides a line of bedroom furniture for children that is in the general shape of an airplane. The body of the airplane incorporates a standard twin size mattress. The nose of the modular airplane shaped bedroom furniture incorporates a clothes hamper and wastebasket, while the top of the nose section provides a desk. The single center-mounted propeller is fixed in place so that it cannot turn and provides hanging hooks for clothes, book bags and the like. The wing section on one side of the modular airplane shaped bedroom furniture is a toy box, while the wing on the other side provides six drawers for storage. Under-bed storage provides room for more drawers or an additional roll away bed for use by another child. The tail section can be used as a bookshelf or for storage of shoes. Finally, the cockpit area can be used for storage of a radio, CD player, small television or the like.

Abstract: A combination bed and desk frame includes an extended height headboard and footboard connected at the top of the footboard by two spaced sideboards. Cross members are fastened between the headboard corner posts and footboard corner posts near their bottoms. A lower pair of bed rails are fastened between the cross members for supporting a commercially available household door, forming a desk top. A horizontally disposed shelf is provided at the top of the headboard for supporting a lamp or other articles. A horizontally disposed dressing bench is provided on the footboard. The bed/desk frame can be adapted to accommodate commercially available mattresses and box springs of various widths.

Abstract: A chair and bed combination in the cab of a vehicle, which chair comprises a seat part and a backrest which are pivotably connected to each other about a first substantially horizontal axis between the lowered sleeping position and a position in which it is folded up against a wall, and a first frame which is arranged in the vehicle cab and on which the chair rests. When the chair is in the folded-down position, the first frame and the chair are arranged under the bed when the bed is lowered into a substantially horizontal sleeping position.

Abstract: A support structure is configured into the appearance of a day bed. A body supporting and transporting tray is removably positioned atop the support structure and comprises a bottom, a pair of opposed sides and a pair of opposed ends. Each end includes a pair of elongated horizontal slots therein serving as handholds for grasping and lifting the tray. The support structure comprises a rectangular, planar platform having opposed front and rear edges and opposed end edges. Legs are connected to the platform and extend downwardly to support the platform above a floor surface. A back is connected to the rear edge of the platform along a lower edge of the back, the back projecting upwardly from the platform. A side is connected to each end edge of the platform and to a respective side edge of the back, with each side projecting upwardly from the platform. The support structure is convertible into a memorial table by substituting a table top structure for the tray.

Abstract: A combination bassinet, bedside sleeper and changing table apparatus including a supporting frame having a rocking feature convertible through adjustable locking casters for easy rolling. A fabric member comprised of sidewalls and a skirt is draped over the frame. The apparatus may be placed against one side of an adult bed for easy access by a parent. The bedside sleeper is secured to the parents' bed with safety straps. One sidewall may be lowered to facilitate access to an infant by removal of a removably mounted sidewall/skirt supporting rod. The apparatus is adjustable in height to align the bedside sleeper with the parents' bed and when used as a changing table to accommodate for differences in the height of the parent. The bassinet is provided with a removable, adjustable hood for shielding light from the baby's eyes.

Abstract: An adjustable ladder with self-storing features and suitable for installation in the sleeping berth of an over-the-highway tractor. The ladder includes an upper and lower member. The upper member includes first and second side rails and at least one step rung rigidly disposed between the side rails. The first side rail includes a mounting end, an open end, and a center portion. One end of the first and second side rails are rotateably mounted to a mating surface. The lower member includes a first end, a second end, and a center portion extending between the first and second ends. The lower member first end is slideably engaged within the upper member open end to define a ladder length. The length is adjustable over a range by sliding the lower member with respect to the upper member. The range may be from an application length to a stored length.

Abstract: The invention is a foundation for a bed, either a box spring or a box foundation, with built-in drawers. The invention solves the problem of providing drawer storage space in a bed utilizing a mattress and foundation combination. Drawers are known to be placed under certain platform beds, however these beds do not readily accommodate a mattress with foundation, because such a combination places the mattress too high off of the floor for convenient use as a bed.

Abstract: An article of furniture which is readily convertible from a loveseat to a baby crib and vice versa. The loveseat/baby crib includes two main parts: a mattress supporting assembly and a frame assembly. The frame assembly includes a pair of side end panels, a vertically movable front side rail, and an immobile rear rail disposed between the panels. The mattress supporting assembly has a drawer for storing the baby crib mattress. A vertical sliding assembly connects the frame assembly to the mattress supporting assembly. The vertical sliding assembly allows the frame assembly to be height adjustable with respect to the mattress supporting assembly. The movable front side rail can be stored in the rear of the rear side rail in another embodiment by modifying the two rails.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses various sport-shaped bed designs consisting of a frame 26, mattress 14, motion sensors 32, rechargeable battery cell 36 and dimmer night light 42. The designs have shapes such as a football, baseball, soccer, basketball, and other sport shapes. The bed also comprises storage drawers 28 located in various positions according to the design. Each bed contains battery-operated motion sensors 32 which trigger a night dimmer light 42. When the sensor 32 indicates a child has laid down in the bed, the dimmer 42 responds to the signal and the light 18 goes on. Within a short period of time, the light slowly dims until it is fully out. If the child 12 should sit up, the sensor 32 will react and the light 18 will go on. The mattress 14 fits down inside a recess 16 in the frame 26 and the headboard 20.

Abstract: A space-conscious, functional design for a loft bed. The design serves to optimize space by incorporating multi-functional features, such as drawers, closet space, or cabinet space, within the assembly for the bed itself. Specifically, a plurality of steps are substantially parallel to the length of the bed, and lead upwardly toward the foot of the bed for easy access to same. Such steps incorporate the aforementioned storage space, with access to the drawers or closets from a side position. As such, the unique assembly allows for a desk, computer work station, bar, or additional wide storage space below the bed and behind the steps, adding to the overall versatility of the assembly. Finally, in the preferred mode the unit is modular in nature and may be assembled and rearranged based upon user preference.

Abstract: A space-conscious, functional design for a loft bed. The design serves to optimize space by incorporating multi-functional features, such as drawers, closet space, or cabinet space, within the assembly for the bed itself. Specifically, a plurality of steps are substantially parallel to the length of the bed, and lead upwardly toward the foot of the bed for easy access to same. Such steps incorporate the aforementioned storage space, with access to the drawers or closets from a side position. As such, the unique assembly allows for a desk, computer work station, bar, or additional wide storage space below the bed and behind the steps, adding to the overall versatility of the assembly. Finally, in the preferred mode the unit is modular in nature and may be assembled and rearranged based upon user preference.

Abstract: Furniture pieces designed to span maturity of user from post-crib to adulthood by use of interchangeable panels. Furniture is comprised of a frame with interchangeable panels and backing panel that are connected by means of an attachment system. Interchangeable panels are of finishes with themes consistent with various age categories.

Abstract: Furniture pieces designed to span time and style of a user from post-crib to adulthood by use of interchangeable panels. Furniture is comprised of a frame with interchangeable panels and backing panel that are connected by means of an attachment system. Frames may consist of wood, metal or other material; the interchangeable panels may be any material or panel structure suitable to a variety of finishes such as paint, wallcovering, upholstery, veneer, laminate or other.

Abstract: A support is provided for a bed or the like which provides one hundred percent unobstructed floor space therebelow. The support may be used for supporting a pair of vertically spaced beds or a bed having a desk or sofa positioned therebelow. The support comprises upstanding first and second end frames which are horizontally spaced-apart and which have guardrails secured to the upper ends thereof. Cross supports extend between the guardrails for supporting a bed thereon. Accessory supports optionally extend between the first and second end frames for supporting a desk or sofa thereon. The support may be quickly assembled and disassembled without the use of tools.

Abstract: A co-sleeping apparatus which facilitates parents sleeping with infants and/or pets is devoid of ground contacting support members, thus eliminating obstacles to vacuuming, allowing for simpler construction, portability and transport, etc. Various embodiments of the present co-sleeper provide for one or more of the following: adjustable height sidewalls; adjustable angulation of mattress platform; suspended mattress platform in the absence of rigid vertical supports between a top supporting rail and a mattress platform; provision of pockets/hampers along the exterior and/or beneath the co-sleeping apparatus for storage of products; a retractable cover; provision of mechanical bouncing, heating, rocking and sound emitting apparatuses in association with the co-sleeper, etc. In a particular embodiment, the design relates to a co-sleeper for pets, the confines of such co-sleeper permits access of pets to food, water, kitty litter, etc.

Abstract: A combination crib and high chair apparatus for supporting a child in a reclining position, and a seated position, respectively. The apparatus includes a deck having a head end, a foot end and generally parallel sides. Side rails are positioned adjacent the sides. End rail are positioned adjacent the ends of the deck. A seat is oriented adjacent one of the ends of the deck. The seat extends outwardly from the end. A base is coupled to the deck and the seat.

Abstract: A convertible furniture unit has a base and a bed platform pivotally connected to the base for angular displacement about a first axis from an upright stowed position with respect to the base, to a substantially horizontal use position. The platform has an upper surface in the use position that is adapted to support a mattress, and an opposite surface. A table panel has a first end that is pivotally mounted to the opposite surface of the platform for relative displacement between the platform and the panel about a second axis which is spaced from the first axis so that the panel is in a support position when the platform is in the use position, and the panel is in a working position when the platform is in the stowed position. An extension or foot is pivotally connected to the table panel at a location that is spaced from the first end of the panel, for rotation of the extension or foot between an upper position for propping the panel in its working position, and a lower position.

Abstract: A bed assembly including a headboard, a footboard, a support frame and a mattress. The headboard, includes a plurality of equally spaced first frame coupling members, a lower portion having first mating members, and an upper portion having second mating members. The footboard includes a plurality of equally spaced second frame coupling members, a lower portion having third mating members, and an upper portion having fourth mating members; The support frame includes a first headboard coupling member for engaging at least one of the first frame coupling members on the headboard; a first footboard coupling member for engaging at least one of the second frame coupling members on the footboard; first mattress support member; and a second mattress support member pivotally coupled to the first mattress support member. The mattress is disposed generally on the first mattress support member and the second mattress support member.

Abstract: A bed assembly has a shelter, a hollow casing enclosing the shelter, and a cushion panel disposed on the hollow casing. The hollow casing has an opening, a plurality of periphery holes, a large number of vent holes, and four hollow positioning seats receiving four threaded rods. Four reinforced panels are fastened on four sides of the hollow casing. The shelter has two transverse steel plates and four longitudinal steel plates. A headboard is disposed on a front portion of the hollow casing. A first cabinet is disposed on a first lateral of the hollow casing. A second cabinet is disposed on a second lateral of the hollow casing.

Abstract: A combined bed and shelter device is disclosed. The device is anchored through a plurality of parallel spaced joists to a base for protecting a user in the event of a natural disaster or the like. The device includes a housing defining an enclosure of generally rectangular configuration, the housing including a container having a floor defining a peripheral edge and a wall extending angularly relative to the peripheral edge. A lid is pivotally secured to the container and cooperates with the wall such that the container and the lid define therebetween the enclosure for occupancy by the user in the event of the disaster. A mattress is supported by the lid such that when the lid is disposed in a first location thereof, the mattress supported by the lid serves as the bed for the user thereof and when the lid is disposed in a second location thereof with the lid pivoted about the container, access to the enclosure is permitted so that protection of the user within the enclosure is afforded.

Abstract: The folding vehicle bed assembly includes a housing member that can be connected to a vertical support wall and a bed frame that can be stored within the housing member or extended for use. A movable support lever provides a first pivotal connection to the bed frame to enable the bed frame to rotate when moved from an operative horizontal position to a vertical storage position. A second pivotal connection is attached to the end of the bed frame adjacent to the vertical support wall and above the height of a mattress. A motor assembly is connected to the second pivotal connection to drive it parallel to the vertical support wall and to rotate the end of the bed frame about the second pivotal connection.

Abstract: A furniture system includes a bed section and a work and storage section, each of which includes spaced end frame assemblies defined by corner posts and cross-members. The corner posts of each section can be stacked using a connector member to provide a loft bed configuration, and various storage or work components, such as a desk, are connectable to the posts below the bed. The posts include inwardly and outwardly facing recesses, and spaced vertical slots are formed in one of the recess walls. The bed includes rails having end tabs engageable within selected slots for adjustably securing the bed rails to and between the posts. The storage components and the desk also include bracket structure having tabs engageable within the post slots for adjustably mounting such components to the posts.